In an odd story from Moscow a 26-year-old woman agreed to sell her soul for money. She responded to a Telegram advertisement posted by someone named Dmitri who was offering 100,000 rubles (about $1,800 AUD) to any person willing to “sell their soul” via a contract sealed with their own blood.
She signed this blood-sealed document, collected the money and used it to buy a collection of Labubu dolls and a ticket to a concert by Russian folk singer Nadezhda Kadysheva.
Church Reaction
The Russian Orthodox Church condemned this act saying the woman had “chosen evil” and warning that such a pact could lead to moral, personal and even physical decline.
The seller described the project as a “social experiment” rather than anything occult.
What Labubu Dolls Are and Why This Matters
Labubu dolls are collectible figures created by Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung and distributed by Pop Mart. They are known for their quirky, creep-cute aesthetic and have grown into a viral collectible phenomenon.
They are often sold in blind boxes so buyers do not know which variation they will receive until they open the packaging. Some variations are rare and these rare versions can fetch much higher resale values.
Broader Implications
Though legally the contract to “sell one’s soul” carries no force this story has resonated widely. It raises questions about how far people will go for fame, material things or participation in viral trends. It touches on ideas of consumerism, identity and morality in modern society.
The Church’s concern was not simply symbolic. It emphasised that such acts reflect a deeper disregard for spiritual values and warned of potential consequences to one’s moral character.
